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p.1 #3 · p.1 #3 · How Do You Handle Engagement Session Files? | |
Good question.
Engagement sessions don't suit 95% of my couples, which is grand with me! So take this with a pinch of salt.
- I see no point in throwing in free files.
- When, on occasion, I have done such sessions, we've created either simple wall art, extra spreads, or something for the wedding itself. I set these expectations at consult but don't really make many suggestions (which is limits what I can do).
- Keep in mind I usually just spend around 1 hour and make 20-25 images. With the main goal being a wall art or a spread, or a signing board, I am not approaching it as an adventure and creating a whole other album. It's more of a quick and efficient process with me.
- If people are poorly presenting your images introduce this during the consult by making your own suggestion and get them speaking about how they might want to use them. Kill it at the source.
As a side comment: I find it interesting how some people almost expect an engagement session for free because a lot of other photographers (read: almost everyone) offers this included. When asked, 95% of my clients don't actually care about it. I know many would call it a "missed opportunity for money" but when everyone gives it away for free and doesn't sell anything, I enjoy not having to organise extra camera time... As an example, the couple I met earlier didn't even want to do any B&G type portraits on the wedding day, which although less common, just demonstrates how it doesn't necessarily serve everyone properly.
Nikon_14 wrote:
I must confess, though, that I've heard a lot of other people say that E-sessions are a difficult way to make money.
I get the impression this is almost entirely down to (a) photographers putting such little value on it and (b) having no expectations or process involved for after-sales.
Edited on Nov 16, 2014 at 02:27 PM · View previous versions
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